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A Place of Hiding

Elizabeth George
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A Place of Hiding

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Elizabeth George

A Place of Hiding

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

800

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

Guernsey • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Place of Hiding by Elizabeth George, Simon St. James aids Deborah's friend, China River, who is embroiled in a murder mystery on the Channel Island of Guernsey. As Simon investigates, secrets unfold involving art and World War II, revealing complex human connections and motivations rooted deep in the past.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Informative

Dark

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

14,527 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elizabeth George's A Place of Hiding keeps readers engaged with its intricate plot and strong character development. The novel's complex themes and vivid settings receive praise, though some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally unwieldy. Overall, it offers a compelling story with detailed prose, appealing to fans of thoughtful mysteries.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Place of Hiding?

Fans of intricate mysteries and character-driven narratives will enjoy Elizabeth George's A Place of Hiding. Similar to readers of Louise Penny's Still Life, these readers appreciate a blend of suspense, rich settings, and emotionally complex characters. Ideal for those who enjoy unraveling deep, layered plots.

4.1

14,527 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

800

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

Guernsey • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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